Have you ever noticed your dog leaning his head to one side, as if listening to something, for extended periods of time? Or worse, his eyes twitching or suddenly losing his balance? If so, he could be suffering from Canine Vestibular Disease, which is fairly common among older dogs. The symptoms have led some to refer to sufferers as “Head-Tilt Harry”. Fortunately, this condition is generally not grave, but when it occurs, it can be very frightening for pet parents. In this episode of Pet Talk, Dr. Sarah talks about the possible causes of CVD and what you can do to minimize the symptoms.

marie

1/20/2012 6:52:22 PM |

Thank you for the information. Dr. Sarah explains things so well for the common person to understand that otherwise might be confusing.

Sari

2/3/2013 8:30:27 AM |

My 10 year old Wheaten Terrier Bailey has been diagnosed with Vestibular Disease. We took him to an neuro specialist in NYC who diagnosed him and gave him meclizine for supportive care but seems to think he either has a tumor or a brain infection- meningioencephilitis. Dr. Sarah is explaining that CVD may not be that serious, but according to the vet I saw it certainly seems that way. If it's the meningioencephilitis she suggested steroids and procarbazine if it's a tumor well then possibly surgery/chemo/radiation. I don't know what to do at this point. I want to do what's best for him but want what's least invasive and keep him as comfortable as possible. Of course if his life can be saved I want that more than anything. To make matters a little more complicated he has a history of pancreatitis....The vet says the next step should be an MRI to make the official diagnosis which will cost over $3k. Any thoughts?

Priewe

12/6/2013 6:46:59 AM |

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